Fried Yucca Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

Crispy exterior, soft interior, served as a side dish.

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Ingredients

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1
Peel and Cut Yucca
Start by peeling the yucca using a sharp knife. Cut it into 1-inch thick pieces.
2
Boil Yucca
Place the cut yucca pieces in a pot of boiling salted water. Boil for about 20-25 minutes or until the yucca is fork-tender. Drain and let cool.

3
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
4
Fry Yucca
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the boiled yucca pieces in batches. Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
5
Drain and Season
Remove the fried yucca using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. While still hot, sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper to taste.

6
Serve
Serve the fried yucca hot as a side dish. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce or alone!